Environmental Superintendent

Environmental Superintendent

Activity sector: Pulp and Paper

Site: Kamloops

Salary Range: 100,000 – 125,000

Schedule: Compressed Work Week (9-hour dayshifts, every other Friday off)

YOUR ROLE

Reporting to the Environmental and Technical Manager, the Environmental Superintendent will be responsible for managing environmental compliance for the Mill. The Environmental Assistant Superintendent works with the environmental team and operating groups to continually improve the efficiency and effectiveness of environmental performance through troubleshooting, problem solving, and innovation while promoting excellence in safety and environmental performance.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Process Monitoring

üDaily monitoring of environmental performance in the mill process areas, including the effluent treatment system to ensure efficient and effective operation. Develop and implement monitoring systems as appropriate. Work with and assist operations with process optimization as it relates to environmental impacts and efficient resource utilization.

üFunction as a resource to operations for the effective troubleshooting of environmental issues - root cause analysis and risk assessment/hazop methodology.

üActs as the EMS Lead

Legislative

üEnsure systems/procedures are in place in compliance with all applicable legislation.

üPrepare and submit required environmental reports to the regulatory agencies as well as reports required by approvals or other agreements and remediation plans with the authorities.

üStay informed of new/upcoming regulations and environmental developments in the pulp and paper industry - ensure site is prepared to meet future requirements and assess suitability for mill application.

üResponsible for interacting effectively and proactively with the Ministry of the Environment, Environment Canada, and Fisheries Canada.

Environmental Management System

üReview ongoing sustainability and effectiveness of the mill’s ISO 14001 registered Environmental Management System through routine/regular monitoring of mill environmental performance, audits and management reviews

üDrive continual improvements, contribute to the development of environmental objectives, plan for achievement, and monitor and report progress

üParticipate in the corrective action processes for audits, incidents, risk assessments, community complaints etc. to ensure follow-up is effective, preventive and sustained

üPromote a proactive risk-based approach to environmental management

üBring new environmental technology to the attention of mill personnel and coordinate the required research and development for implementation at the mill site

üResponsible for preparing, updating and revising the Environmental Inspection and Test Plans

üProvide input in the development of environmental operating and capital budgets. Prepare cost justifications for new environmental projects/process changes

YOUR

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

üSafety focused;

üSelf-directed and works with minimal supervision;

üConfident communicator at all levels of organization including listening, writing and presenting;

üDemonstrated professionalism and integrity in dealing with others – strong sense of ethics;

üContinuously look for and implement process improvements and procedures – must be comfortable and adaptable to change;

üChange agent with the ability to collaborate well with others;

üStrong problem solving & analytical skills, excellent judgment and confidentiality;

üProven organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks in an environment with competing demands;

üStrong attention to detail;

üExceptional coaching skills with proven ability to coach varying levels of the operation;

üWork well in team and possess a friendly and positive demeanor and professional image.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

üUniversity degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Microbiology or Biochemistry with environmental electives, or Environmental or Chemical Engineering

üMinimum 4-5 years of environmental experience in an industrial environment preferred

üStrong computer system aptitude and experience working with various types of software including Microsoft Office Suite; previous experience…